Description
A refreshing Cranberry Orange Salad bursting with bright citrus and tart cranberry flavors, coated in a light honey dressing. This easy and versatile salad is perfect for any meal, offering a delightful balance of sweet and tangy notes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, rinsed
- 2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the fresh cranberries and orange segments.
- If using, add the chopped nuts to the bowl.
- In a small separate bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh orange juice, orange zest, and a pinch of salt to create the dressing for your cranberry orange salad.
- Pour the dressing over the cranberry and orange mixture.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together to coat evenly.
- Chill the cranberry orange salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve your delicious cranberry orange salad as a side dish or light dessert.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can add a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream to the dressing.
- Other nuts like almonds or pistachios can be used instead of walnuts or pecans.
- This cranberry orange salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Consider adding a sprinkle of fresh mint for an extra layer of freshness to your cranberry orange salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg